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ƬƵ launches its 2024 Centraide campaign

‘I hope that all members of the ƬƵ community will join me in once again expressing ƬƵ’s commitment to the community in which we live’: Christopher Manfredi

As this year’s Centraide campaign gets underway, ƬƵians are being called upon to continue their tradition of generosity and solidarity with the broader community.

ƬƵ aims to raise $425,000 in the campaign, officially launched today, Nov. 5. Donations are used to support 375 local agencies and projects addressing poverty and exclusion.

“ƬƵ is proud to renew its commitment as a partner of Centraide,” said President Deep Saini. “Once again, ƬƵians’ great sense of community engagement will work towards making a difference for those in need in Montreal.”

This year’s campaign co-chairs are Christopher Manfredi, Provost and Executive Vice-President (Academic), and Viviane Yargeau, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering.

“As a long-time contributor to ƬƵ’s Centraide campaign, it is an honour to be able to share my experience in supporting this tremendous cause with members of the community,” said Manfredi. “I hope that all members of the ƬƵ community will join me in once again expressing ƬƵ’s commitment to the community in which we live.”

“Being part of the Centraide campaign has shown me the incredible commitment of our community to making a real difference,” said Yargeau. “Together, we have the power to uplift those in need and continue ƬƵ’s proud tradition of generosity and solidarity.”

Make your mark

Donations can be made directly through theƬƵ Centraideɱٱ.

One easy way to make a difference is with automated payroll deductions. Donors can specify the total amount to give over the course of the year, which will then be spread evenly over 26 pay cycles. Any questions can be directed tosystemps.hr [at] mcgill.ca (Nancy Wong).

ƬƵ will also host fundraising events. Last year’sactivitiesincluded bake sales, 50/50 draws and silent auctions.

Why support ƬƵ’s Centraide campaign?

  • Centraide donations support 375 community agencies and projects addressing poverty and exclusion.
  • Funds raised by workplaces such as ƬƵ represent approximately 75 per cent of Centraide’s total annual fundraising.
  • More than 32,000 families with children in Greater Montreal are low-income and facing major challenges.
  • One out of five people in Greater Montreal receives help from Centraide, and five out of five people benefit from it.

Visit theƬƵ Centraide website to donate.

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